Mac and cheese is a timeless comfort food, and making it in a crockpot takes it to a whole new level of convenience and deliciousness. This recipe results in a creamy, cheesy mac and cheese with a perfect blend of flavors and textures. Follow this guide for a crockpot mac and cheese that will be the star of any meal.
Ingredients
For the Mac and Cheese:
- 450g (1 lb) elbow macaroni or cavatappi
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Topping:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese